New Build-Need suggestions on changes

Budget:
3500 to 5000$

Expectations:
Mainly games, WoW, Crysis, COD, Rift, but all on Max settings

Usage:
Gaming but will double as my Home Work computer for the next year

Special Needs:
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Saved Ticket #: 1096063

Specifications:
Specifications:
Chassis Model: Special Deal Hot Seller - Digital Storm Apollo
Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish
Trim Accents: - Standard Factory Finish
Processor: Intel Core i7 5820K 3.3GHz (Six-Core) (Unlocked CPU)
Motherboard: ASUS X99 RAMPAGE V (Intel X99 Chipset) <br><strong></strong>
System Memory: 16GB DDR4 2800MHz Corsair Dominator Platinum DHX
(Extreme-Performance) <br><strong></strong>
Power Supply: 750W Corsair CX750M
Expansion Bay: - No Thanks
Optical Drive: DVD-R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 24x / CD-Writer 48x)
Storage Set 1: 1x SSD (240GB Intel 730 Series) <br><strong></strong>
Storage Set 2: 1x Storage (1TB Seagate)
Storage Set 3: - No Thanks
RAID Config: - No Thanks
RAID Card: - No Thanks
Internet Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL /
Network Connections)
Graphics Card(s): 2x SLI Dual (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 4GB (Includes PhysX)
<br><strong></strong>
Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio
HPC Processor: - No Thanks
Extreme Cooling: H20: Stage 2: Corsair H110 280mm Radiator Liquid CPU Cooler
(Extreme-Performance Edition) <br><strong></strong>
H20 Tube Color:- Not Applicable, I do not have a FrostChill or Sub-Zero LCS
Cooling System Selected
Chassis Fans: Upgrade All Fans to Corsair Airflow Performance Edition (Up to 6
Fans) <br><strong></strong>
Internal Lighting: - No Thanks
Airflow Control: - No Thanks
Chassis Mods: Fan Blow-Holes: VREG/CPU & Graphics Card Area: Laser Cut and Mount
a Side Window 140mm Fans <br><strong></strong>
Noise Reduction: - No Thanks
LaserMark: - No Thanks
Boost Processor: Stage 2: Overclock CPU 4.5GHz to 4.8GHz (Requires High-End
Motherboard Selection) <br><strong></strong>
Boost Graphics Card(s): Yes, Overclock the video card(s) as much as possible
with complete stability <br><strong></strong>
Boost Memory: - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my memory
Boost OS: - No Thanks, Please do not tweak the services on the operating system
Windows OS: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (64-Bit Edition)
Recovery Tools: Windows Recovery Toolkit (Bundled with Windows CD)
Virus Protection: FREE: McAfee AntiVirus Plus (1 Year Service Activation Card)
(Not Pre-installed) ($35 Value)
Office: - No Thanks
Game: - No Thanks
Display: - No Thanks
Surge Shield: - No Thanks
Speakers: - No Thanks
Keyboard: - No Thanks
Mouse: - No Thanks
Portable Gaming: - No Thanks
Branded Gear: - No Thanks
Priority Build: - No Thanks, Ship Within 10-15 Business Days After Order Is
Successfully Processed
Warranty: Life-time Expert Care with 3 Year Limited Warranty (3 Year Labor & 1
Year Part Replacement)

This will be paired with an older Samsung 32 HD monitor, Razor Blackwidow keyboard and Deathadder Mouse for the time being.

I would eventually like to upgrade to Watercooling for both the CPU and 2 graphics cards.. but I am not sure I can afford to do this right now

My main problem is My Desk top Gamer a prior custom build with Gigabyte Motherboard, AMD 6 CORE processor, Single GTX 485 EVGA GPU is trashed with a bad motherboard and my old G72 Asus Laptop is overheating just playing WoW for 20 mins even with a Cooling.
pad.

The Desktop gamer is only 4 yrs old and I was hoping to get longer use out of it, But have been told replacing the Motherboard alone would be just a stop gap fix on the old components.

Guess what I am getting at is I would not like to spend 4k and 3-4 yrs down the line end up having to buy a new computer, upgrading is fine

I had worked up another configuration but decided I had enough Money to go SLI now instead of in the future.. My main concerns is controlling the heat.. I live in Texas and even with A/C it can get hot in the apartment I am currently in. In fact old Gamer could heat my room in the Winter it blew out so much heat,, which may have caused the problem with the motherboard. I do not want a repeat of that problem which is why I am going with an Intel build instead of an AMD build.

Any comments or suggestions are welcome thanks

Hi Frank and thanks I like what you suggested just have some questions

1. Explain the difference/advantages between the Z97 Pro Motherboard over the Rampage?

2. is there any advantage in using as faster ram ie DDR4 2800 VS DDR3 1866?

3. The PS in my Old system is a Corsair 1200 modular PS Could I reuse it? or could there be a hidden problem that might crop up

Any one want to buy a computer for parts.. Motherboard is bad but the rest still tests out as functional including a nice Full Corsair case and an EVGA GTX 485 GPU.. or should I sell it for parts on EBAY :P

And your right my Laptop is about on it's last legs.. but what is 2 weeks if I can get a better build.

Hi Kaelara,

I think you will be glad you decided on the Velox case.

1. I would have to spend some time to really compare the two boards. I don't think there is an Z97 Rampage. There is the MAXIMUS VII HERO in the Z97. Not a lot of difference between the Maximus and the Pro. The Maximus is pretty with a lot of color. The Pro has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. If you don't want Wi-Fi and Bluetooth then go with the Maximus. The two boards use different on-board sound but I don't know which is best. There are cheaper SLI boards if you wanted to save some money. Other members may have better information for you.

2. The timing of the memory doesn't make a big difference. I would go with what DS recommends for your system.

3. Sure you can use your old Power Supply but you would have to send it to DS for it to be installed, maybe for a fee. But it is up to DS. You do have a problem that the PS is old. But, since it is modular it would be easy to change out if it failed.

The system by no-name above looks good. One problem is if you decide to add another GPU later on you will have to hook up the water cooling your self. Or send it back to the factory. You can do it if you are comfortable with water cooling.

Another option you might consider is to go Air Cooled on the CPU and eliminate the water cooled all together. This Velox case is a beautiful case for air cooling.

I am off to Orlando to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary so won't be back on line for a week or so. There are lots of people here to help you.

Frank

Edited by FrankW - 17 Nov 2014 at 7:35am

Happy 50th to you FrankW!

Well it all looks like I will be placing my order next week I am hoping the Velox will not be on backorder then . Still have not decided on Water-cooling but I am leaning towards getting a second Monitor..right now I have a -4-5 yr old Samsung 50000;1 HDTV Monitor ( while it may be 4-5 yrs it has only seen use for 2.5 yrs) screen size is 28 inch.

Any recommendations for the second monitor? While I would not be against purchasing it from DS.. it will be easier simply to buy locally

Or should I put the money into the computer and hold off an a second monitor?

I do plan on Multi Boxxing in WoW just running a second application nothing really fancy. I use Multi screens at work and really like having that second screen.. pushing employer to get a 3 rd screen :P